All civilian employment opportunities across United States Federal Government departments and agencies are listed on USAJOBS.gov, the official central portal managed by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM).
Core Hiring Paths
- Open to the Public:U.S. citizens and nationals seeking federal positions.
- Veterans & Military Spouses: Hiring preferences under VRA, VEOA, and non-competitive authorities.
- Students & Recent Graduates:Pathways Internships, Recent Graduate positions, and Presidential Management Fellows (PMF) programs.
- Individuals with Disabilities:Non-competitive hiring under Schedule A authority.
How to Search and Apply
1.Create a USAJOBS Profile:Prerequisite for applying.
Set up an account on USAJOBS and build or upload your resume using the Federal Resume Builder tool.
2.Search and Filter Announcements:Narrow down job series.
Filter listings by agency, location, pay grade (General Schedule – GS Level), remote status, or special hiring authorities.
3.Review the Job Announcement:Check eligibility and requirements.
Carefully read specialized experience requirements, required documentation (transcripts, DD-214, SF-50), and questionnaire prerequisites.
4.Submit via Agency Portal:Redirected from USAJOBS.
Complete agency-specific assessment questionnaires and upload supporting files before the closing deadline.
Official Resources
- Official Portal:USAJOBS Search Engine
- General Guidance:USA.gov Federal Job Help
